Ponta Delgada (PTPDL) — marine weather & port guide
Ponta Delgada is a port in Portugal at 37°44.0′N 25°40.0′W. Today (Aug 3): WSW wind 13–14 kn, waves 1.2–1.3 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 37°44.0′N 25°40.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | PTPDL |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 8 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 13 m |
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| Tide range | 2 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Atlantic/Azores |
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10-day marine forecast — Ponta Delgada
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| WSW 13–14 kn | 18 kn | 1.2–1.3 m |
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| WSW 8–13 kn | 17 kn | 1.2–1.4 m |
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| WSW 9–12 kn | 15 kn | 1.4–1.5 m |
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| SW 8–15 kn | 18 kn | 1.3–1.6 m |
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| W 11–16 kn | 19 kn | 1.5–1.5 m |
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| NW 5–12 kn | 15 kn | 1.1–1.4 m |
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| W 2–7 kn | 9 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| WSW 15–15 kn | 20 kn | 1.4–1.4 m |
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| W 6–6 kn | 9 kn | 1.5–1.5 m |
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| SW 8–8 kn | 10 kn | 1.1–1.1 m |
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Forecast from the ECMWF IFS model run , waves from ECMWF WAM. Updated with each model cycle; the live chart below recalculates for your departure time and vessel.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Ponta Delgada right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: WSW wind 13–14 kn, waves 1.2–1.3 m. The 10-day outlook is in the forecast table on this page and updates with each model cycle.
How big is the harbor at Ponta Delgada?
Ponta Delgada is classed as a small harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Ponta Delgada?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 8 m and anchorage depths run about 13 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.